The Michael Knowles Show Ep. 1799 - President Trump Might Unleash The Military On The Cartels
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Aug 22, 2025 A military intervention by Trump against Mexican drug cartels raises eyebrows and ignites debate. Meanwhile, Elon Musk’s quirky online antics add a bizarre twist to current events. Cracker Barrel faces backlash over a controversial rebranding that’s costing them millions. The sharp decline in reading habits comes under scrutiny, revealing its impacts on society. Plus, leg-lengthening surgery stirs controversial discussions, hinting at the growing trends in modern culture and politics.
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Cartel Designation Enables Cross-Border Action
- Michael Knowles argues designating cartels as foreign terrorist organizations clears legal path for lethal strikes inside Mexico.
- He claims using special forces against cartels near the border is a proper function of the U.S. military to protect Americans.
Purpose Framing For Military Use
- Knowles invokes Aristotle: the military's purpose is to protect the homeland and vital interests first.
- He uses that premise to justify military operations against cartels in Mexico as common-sense defense.
Union Station Heckle Reaction
- Knowles recounts a viral clip of VP and Defense Secretary heckled at Union Station and their mocking response.
- He praises their laugh-and-point reaction as politically effective and contrasts it with cowering or angry responses.
